The members of Ashanti were friends in grade school. John Mayall heavily influenced the early work of the group. Ashanti started playing in the school yard before the entire school. One of the group's members was encouraged to play by his sister.

The new project from Ashanti has been heavily influenced by singers of the '60s. The band may have just completed their most current project, but they are already planning their next move. Members of Ashanti hope this next tour brings in more fans than ever.

Ashanti talked to a local program director from Z101.1 and got their single on air. The girlfriend of a record executive heard the song and soon after Ashanti was signed. The bandyears opening for bands at small bars.

The group has a love affair with Austin so they are sure to stop by and play a show whenever they are touring. Ashanti’s tickets for their latest tour are on sale on TheSeats.com, along with the schedule of all the band’s concerts.